International Society of Blood Transfusion survey of experiences of blood banks and transfusion services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has impacted blood systems worldwide. Challenges included maintaining blood supplies and initiating the collection and use of COVID-19 convalescent plasma (CCP). Sharing information on the challenges can help improve blood collection and utilization.

Materials and methods

A survey questionnaire was distributed to International Society of Blood Transfusion members in 95 countries. We recorded respondents' demographic information, impacts on the blood supply, CCP collection and use, transfusion demands and operational challenges.

Results

Eighty-two responses from 42 countries, including 24 low- and middle-income countries, were analysed. Participants worked in national (26.8%) and regional (26.8%

SUBMITTER: Al-Riyami AZ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9115426 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature